Center for World Languages and Cultures

Employment Opportunities

Now Hiring: Language Center Consultants

The Center for World Languages and Cultures is seeking Consultants for the Language Center in the Anderson Academic Commons to begin in the Fall Quarter of 2015. There are available positions for:

Arabic (Levantine dialect preferred)

English as a Second Language

French

Italian

Japanese

Korean

Spanish

Language Center Consultants work with undergraduate and graduate language learners to practice conversation, discuss grammar, improve writing skills, etc. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the language(s) s/he wishes to tutor and the culture(s) associated with that language.

Essential Functions

Tutoring: Conversation in Target Language, explanation of grammar and culture related to Target Language, assistance in all phases of the writing process

Reliable attendance at scheduled drop-in tutoring hours

Outreach for the Language Center, including quarterly class visits

Facilitation of review sessions, workshops, and conversation groups

Proficiency exam proctoring

Participation in online tutor training program and other training activities and meetings

Customer service to patrons

Required Education and Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

2+ years of Target Language study

Target Language proficiency: Intermediate High (ACTFL) or B1 (CEFR)

Preferred Education and Qualifications

Time spent studying Target Language in-country

Target Language proficiency: Advanced Mid (ACTFL) or B2 (CEFR)

Hours: 4-10 hours per week

Hourly Rate: Undergraduate Consultants: $10.50/hour

Graduate Consultants: $13.00/hour

Timeframe: Beginning Fall Quarter 2015

To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample in the Target Language, and reference list by May 11.

Please direct all applications and questions to Adrienne Gonzales at adrienne.gonzales@du.edu.